WIP: More Painterly Practice

© Jason Jalbuena

It's been a while since I touched the Sci-Fi Genre, so I thought I'd continue my painterly practice by drawing a classic Sci-Fi Robot. He's a WIP, but I'm pleased at where he's at so far. I'm looking forward to the finish line!

- JJ

Painterly Practice

© Jason Jalbuena

I wanted to tap into painterly techniques and did so by drawing a simple cottage. My ambitious side wanted to do a massive fantasy landscape right away! Then I told myself, "Self! Embrace the process first!"

That I did, and it gave me a good dose of confidence, coupled with a checklist of things to work on. I call that a successful drawing session.

Practice Practice Practice

© Jason Jalbuena

I was once told to feel good enough to do your job today, but at the same time feel shitty enough so you can do better tomorrow. I've been lucky enough to hold a career as an Artist in the Games Industry for almost 2 years now. I've learned so much since, and yes I've grown skillful enough to be where I am today. Now comes the aforementioned "shitty" feeling.

I did some rough head/expression studies just to see where I'm at these days. It was refreshing, and a good wake up call. I'm reminded that you either get better or get worse, you never stay the same. I'm taking this in stride and putting effort in the practice.

Simply put - there are no shortcuts. Just hard work.